Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy for What’s in a Word, operated by VanyaJones

Effective Date: 07 August 2023

  1. Introduction

Welcome to What’s in a Word, operated by VanyaJones (“we,” “our,” or “us”). We are committed to protecting the privacy and data of our website visitors and customers. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information when you visit our website or purchase our copy and content writing services. By accessing or using our website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

  1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal information when you visit our website or interact with us:

2.1. Personal Information You Provide:

  • Contact Information: Your name, email address, phone number, and mailing address when you contact us, sign up for our newsletter, or inquire about our services.
  • Payment Information: If you purchase our services, we may collect payment details such as credit card information, billing address, and other necessary financial information.

2.2. Automatically Collected Information:

  • Log Data: We automatically collect technical information from your device, such as your IP address, browser type, operating system, and pages you visit on our website.
  • Cookies and Similar Technologies: We may use cookies and similar technologies to collect information about your browsing activities, preferences, and interactions with our website. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.
  1. Use of Your Information

We use your personal information for the following purposes:

3.1. Service Provision: To process your requests for our copy and content writing services and communicate with you about your orders and inquiries.

3.2. Marketing: With your consent, we may send you promotional materials, newsletters, or updates about our services and offerings.

3.3. Website Improvement: To analyze website usage, monitor and enhance website performance, content, and user experience.

3.4. Legal Obligations: To comply with legal requirements, respond to legal requests, and protect our rights, privacy, safety, and property.

  1. Lawful Basis for Processing

Our processing of your personal information is based on the following legal grounds:

  • Performance of a Contract: Processing your information is necessary to fulfill our contractual obligations when you purchase our services.
  • Consent: We may rely on your consent for certain marketing activities or the use of cookies and similar technologies.
  1. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties without your explicit consent. However, we may share your information in the following circumstances:

5.1. Service Providers: We may share your personal information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website or providing services to you (e.g., payment processors, email service providers).

5.2. Legal Compliance: We may disclose your personal information when required by law or in response to valid legal requests, court orders, or government investigations.

5.3. Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or a portion of our business, your personal information may be transferred as part of the transaction.

  1. Your Rights and Choices

6.1. Access and Update: You have the right to access and update your personal information. You can request to review, correct, or delete your data by contacting us at [email protected].

6.2. Marketing Communications: If you no longer wish to receive marketing communications from us, you can opt-out by following the unsubscribe instructions provided in the emails or by contacting us directly.

6.3. Cookies: You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings or opt-out of certain third-party cookies by using their respective opt-out mechanisms.

  1. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to safeguard your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, please note that no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is entirely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

  1. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.

  1. Children’s Privacy

Our website is not directed to children under the age of 16, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child, please contact us to have it removed.

  1. Changes to this Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. The updated policy will be posted on our website, and we will revise the “Effective Date” accordingly. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we handle your information.

  1. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests related to this Privacy Policy or the handling of your personal information, please contact us at [email protected] or by mail at Queens Park Crescent, Frankton, Hamilton 3204.

By using our website or services, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.